GEORDIE pop star Cheryl Cole is preparing to help youngsters in her home streets.

The Girls Aloud star is planning to open a youth centre for teenagers on Tyneside.

She has already had behind-the-scenes discussions about the idea in Newcastle.

Cheryl, 24, was speaking at the band’s endorsement launch of a new Kit Kat Senses chocolate bar in London.

The singer said: “Kids have no opportunities in some areas.

“Kids want to be involved in boxing but haven’t got a boxing school nearby, or they’re not privileged and can’t afford £10 a week for boxing or swimming or whatever it is. Every community should have a community centre where kids can do stuff.

“I have actually spoken to people about it, getting somewhere in Newcastle, so instead of hanging around on the streets kids will have somewhere to go.”

Cheryl, who has not been seen with her wedding ring on since learning of England and Chelsea footballer Ashley’s alleged infidelities two months ago, added: “If and when I do it, I want to be quite hands-on.

“At the moment I’m too busy with the tour.”

A possible site for the centre would be in the East End of the city, where Heaton-born Cheryl grew up and where her family still live. Coun Margaret Wood, the city’s ward member for Walker, has backed the project.

She said: “This something I would support 100%.

“There’s a limited number of things for young people to do in the area and a new youth centre would be fantastic.

“The fact that a famous pop star is behind the idea would give weight to it and make it even more attractive for young people.

“The lads would be excited and the girls will see Cheryl as a role model.

“It’s a wonderful idea and would be a wonderful thing, especially because one of our own is behind it.”